Conesville, IA

Iowa

Conesville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 440. Residents earn $59,250 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
440 Population 1,222/sq mi density
$59,250 Median Income $27,005 per capita
$67,000 Home Value $144,180 Zillow
$965 Median Rent 34.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$59,250 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value, $965/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $965
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

How Conesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population440
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,222/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$27,005
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$930M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
Rent$965
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,180
Rent Burden34.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+79.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries4

Is Conesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conesville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Conesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conesville is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conesville is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Conesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Conesville has a population of 440 with a density of 1,222 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

440
Total Population
1,222
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Conesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.2%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.8%
204% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Conesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conesville is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Conesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,250
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$67,697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)281
County GDP$930M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare22
Retail24
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Conesville is $67,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $965 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,180.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,180

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$965
17% below US avg
Rent Burden34.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Conesville, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Conesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities22

Crime Rates: Conesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Conesville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall31.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Coordinates41.3796°N, 91.3486°W
County FIPS19115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,222/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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